05/15/2026
We had a great class tonight with two visiting instructors. Ed Shockley (Aikikai of Philadelphia) taught us techniques following the style of Henry Smith, and Steve Pisocki (Diamond State Aikido) taught a variety of Donovan style techniques. We had a great class!
03/24/2026
Otoshi Waza - Blue Spruell, 6th Dan, Shihan
Otoshi Waza - Blue Spruell, 6th Dan, Shihan Ukes: Binh Dam, 3rd Dan, Fukushidoin James Swart, 1st Dan ✅✅✅ If you're a Fan of Aikido, please hit the 'Subscribe'…
03/24/2026
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My dear friend and mentor, Claude Berthiaume Shihan, Chief Instructor of Aikido de la montagne, Montreal, and a member of the United States Aikido Federation Technical Committee, passed peacefully yesterday afternoon, surrounded by loved ones.
There is so much more I want to say and share about Claude Sensei, how much he influenced me and my training. For now, I am simply thankful for him – and for all of you.
Life is short, and I am so grateful for the friendships we've forged on and off the mat.
🙏 Blue
02/23/2026
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02/11/2026
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falling in Love with AIKIDO
After over 20 years of practicing Aikido, I set out to discover WHAT'S SO GREAT ABOUT AIKIDO? Why do people dedicate so much of their life to the art, (and w...